Life with CPT
Puppy v AFO
Spoilers: Puppy wins. ? So, last night our new puppy didn’t have the latch engaged on his crate. So he got out and thought Amy’s brace smelled good enough to eat. ? Luckily, he only went for the padding, and Read more…
Orthopedics
14 Months Post-op
So, today found us back at Stanford a little early. Originally we were scheduled for next week, but she’s been kicking her brace off more and ore due to increased pain, so we got her in right away. Thanks to Read more…
NF1
Eye Check 2019
Today was out first tandem appointment for getting the Littles’ eyes checked out. I was slightly nervous about Amy’s little brother because he had never has his eyes checked before. I’ll admit that there was that little voice that was Read more…
Life with CPT
Ding, Dong, the Exogen is Dead
So, I’m semi-sitting here in shock. We sat down to do Amy’s treatment, and what do I get??? This screen. ? Apparently Exogen is only FDA approved (and tested) for 180 days of treatments. Also, if you don’t use those Read more…
Life with CPT
Kinder is Coming…
I’ve been holding my breath for a while. A lot longer than a while, actually. In four short months, our Amy will be five. FIVE. It’s amazing to be how fast time has flown by. Turning five is a big Read more…
Life with CPT
AFO Baby Sock Review
So, Amy tried a new product today! AFO Baby on Amazon Thus far, we have been very loyal to the SmartKnit brand. We buy them from Cascade DAFO and they are currently selling at $11/pair. So, I was highly motivated Read more…
Life with CPT
Gymnastics Day!
Amy had so much fun at gymnastics! My mom was her 1-on-1 since I was in the hospital with her older sister. She has a great time, and proudly said, “I didn’t fall one time!” Mad props to the gymnastics Read more…
Life with CPT
Gymnastics?
Today I have questions about gymnastics. Amy is going on a pre-school field trip to a gymnastics place for a couple of hours next Tuesday. I’m wondering what precautions I can take? What activities I should stay away from? What Read more…
Orthopedics
Post-op #10 (One Year Post-op)
Wow. One year. It’s astonishing how fast this year has flown. A year ago we were so afraid. “Is it broken?” “Is this the right choice?” “What if it doesn’t work?” “Will it heal?” “What will the outcome be?” So Read more…
Life with CPT
Today is a Good Day
Today, I want to be positive and celebrate the little things. 2 months ago, she was stuck in a wheelchair. Today? Today nothing is slowing her down! Today, she’s been running, jumping climbing, chasing her friend all over the place, Read more…
